Care Worker Parking Permits

We are changing the way we deal with processing Care Worker Parking Permits and would like to introduce you to MiPermit who will be managing these permits on behalf of Somerset County Council. We are introducing virtual permits which can be applied via the MiPermit website which means you no longer need to display a paper permit.

The virtual permit operates in a similar way as your road fund licence. Our Civil Enforcement Officers will be able to check with their hand held computer whether a vehicle has a valid permit.

There are resident parking schemes, in Bridgwater, Minehead, Street, Taunton, Wells and Yeovil. Care Workers parking in these areas to visit clients need to hold a Virtual Care Worker’s Permit, which cost £10 per year. The permit will not enable parking in car parks or on yellow lines.

Virtual Care Worker Permits are valid in all resident permit areas for up to two hours at a time.

Misuse of a permit, such as use when not on duty, may lead to cancellation of the permit.

The easiest way to apply for, or renew, your Virtual Care Worker’s Permit is online. If you are unable to do this please telephone 0345 520 7007.